Mark Meyer

Experience

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  Bob Jones Martial Arts

  Feb 2004 - Jan 2014

  Senior Instructor Zen Do Kai

  The Bob Jones Martial Arts organisation is by far the largest Martial Arts organisation in Australasia with clubs throughout Australia and New Zealand, boasting more than 1000 self defence and fitness classes a week.Our organisation is expanding internationally with accredited instructors in Israel, the United States of America and some European countries.We offer a wide range of self defence and fitness programs that will suit the needs of adults and children from all walks of life - incorporating the 'Best of Everything in Progression'. All our instructors are registered professionals, having passed a series of strict criteria to develop the skills to effectively conduct classes and maintain your interest and energy levels. Show less

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  Wimmera Uniting Care

  Jan 2009 - Mar 2013

  The Therapeutic Project officer is responsible for developing and demonstrating a therapeutic care approach to caring for children who are in out of home care. The position is responsible for the training and support of out of home care workers and volunteer foster carers and provide case management to children and young people placed in the out of home care programs. The position may require participation as a member of the children and young people’s care team to ensure an integrated approach to therapeutic practice. The position will also contribute to the recruitment and assessment of volunteer care providers as required.The position will be expected to carry a caseload and also contribute as a member of the wider out of home care team to the development of quality out of home care services. Show less Contact Officers are employees who have volunteered to be specially trained to provide other employees with confidential information and support to address discrimination, harassment or bullying in the workplace. They cannot be involved in supporting both the complainant and the person the complainant has the grievance with.Contact Officers have access to information about complaint resolution options within and outside the agency and provide support to persons in making informed decisions about how best to address the grievance. Show less The Coordinator manages and implements the project including the ongoing delivery of programs and services in consultation with the advisory group and operational committee. The aim of this position is to coordinate programs and services to socially and geographically isolated and/or economically disadvantaged communities across the Wimmera region with access to health professionals and community services via the community centre. The community centre will provide a range of social and recreational activities as well as access to workers from across the health, welfare and education sectors with the aim of reducing barriers to service access. Show less • Coordinate, provide leadership, supervision, direction and training opportunities to staff • Supervision of case management for out of home youth• Support residents in developing and achieving personal objectives in all aspects of their lives• Initiate and maintain partnerships with all relevant stakeholders including families and schools• Staff roster management• Development and control of budgeting• Sound knowledge of adolescent development and trauma and attachment theory• Program planning and service provision• Firm understanding of specialised computer systems• Return to Work Coordinator and OH&S representative• Food safety coordinator Show less

  • Therapeutic Project officer

    Jul 2012 - Mar 2013

  • Employee Assistance Contact Officer

    Mar 2012 - Mar 2013

  • Coordinator, Wimmera Youth and Community Mobile Centre

    Nov 2011 - Jul 2012

  • Coordinator, Therapeutic Residential Adolescent Care Service

    Jan 2009 - Feb 2012
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  Berry Street

  Mar 2013 - May 2014

  High Risk Adolescent Case Worker

  Berry Street’s High Risk Adolescent Program provides an intensive level of support to young people who are most ‘at risk’ in the community. The service promotes the physical, emotional, social, spiritual and psychological well being of service users through ongoing case management and support, solution focused reunification and intensive caregiver support and training.To complete case management services with High Risk Adolescents using a range of therapeutic options as allocated, prepare reports as required by the Department of Human Services, ensure the young people and linked with professional supports and involve the young people and families in all decision making. Show less

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  YMCA Victoria

  May 2014 - now

  The Centre Manager is pivotal to the success of YMCA Victoria in delivering on its mission and vision.Strong local leadership will ensure the YMCA has the desired impact on and within local communities. The Centre Manager will have a place based focus and ensure the implementation of operational excellence across the Centre and strong local leadership will ensure the facilities have the desired impact.The Centre Manager will be highly visible within the centre and also within the local community, forming strong relationships and partnerships that add value to the business operations and ensure services meet the needs of our customer and communities.The Centre Manager will be a key leader within the local community and provide leadership and the vision for the operation of the facility and playing a broader role within both the YMCA and Council including: Directly oversee the Middle Management Group and will lead the performance outcomes of the entire centre Will be an efficient, well-organized, showing strong commitment to safety and business operations Will lead the team to be strong, positive and efficient Will be a strong leader of people and provide proactive approach to developing and upskilling the team Will be a decision maker and will be able to prioritise tasks utilizing good time management and organisation skills Will manage the financial outcomes and have a strong financial base for decision making Will have a management style that is aligned with the values and leadership behaviours of both YMCA andCouncil. Show less The Duty Manager has delegated authority of the Centre Manager. As well as identifying potential risk factors and taking steps to reduce those risks, Duty Managers will act as positive role models in an effort to build strong people, strong families and strong communities within the YMCA community.Duty Managers will maintain a broad knowledge of centre programs and services whilst at the same time managing a range of centre functions whilst on shift which may include; customer service, café, safety, staff rosters and breaks, plant operations, cash balancing, customer education, conflict resolution and general maintenance/cleaning. Show less The position requires you to work as part of a team committed to goals and mission that actively fosters community participation and involvement. The Pool Lifeguard’s primary responsibility is to ensure the patrons safety in the aquatic area through identifying risks and hazards, and preventing accidents before they occur. This role is very public and as such you are an ambassador of both the YMCA and the City of Horsham. It is expected your exemplary behaviour reflects this at all times. You will be required to ensure users of the facility comply with the rules as specified on the signage at the facility. Show less The Centre Director acts in a 2IC role at the Horsham Aquatic Centre working autonomously under broad to strategic direction in relation to work priorities and practices. The Centre Director oversees, • Centre Operations • OHS• Administration • Group Fitness• Cleaners • Health and Fitness and• Duty Managers The Centre Director provides leadership and direction to the duty managers, cleaning staff, maintenance staff, the lifeguard team, Group Fitness Instructors and Health and Fitness staff in conjunction with the Operations Team Leader and Health and Fitness Coordinator ensuring these areas offer the highest possible service. Show less The Centre Operations Director is a part of the Senior Management team at the Horsham Aquatic Centre, and oversees all centre operations including OHS, cleanliness of centre, direct debit administration, centre social media and website and logging of all incidents on INX.The Centre Operations Director ensured that the back office system of the centre operate efficiently and effectively while at the same time monitoring budgetary restraints and drive the community engagement in the Horsham Aquatic Centre Community Strategy. Show less Operations Team Leader needs experience in plant operations or strong mechanical knowledge, have great communication skills and can thrive working in a people based environment. The Operations Coordinator will provide leadership and direction to a number of staff teams and is central in the presentation of the facility to the community.Must have knowledge of all aspects of safety on pool side, Knowledge and understanding of Pool and Plant Operations, experience in mentoring staff, providing direction and training, a proven ability in addressing challenges of OHS compliance, assist in the implementation of risk management and risk reduction strategies and strong commitment to developing a culture of excellence among the staff teams under your responsibility. Show less

  • Center Manager

    Feb 2021 - now

  • Risky Kids Coach

    Jun 2019 - now

  • Duty Manager

    Apr 2014 - now

  • Lifeguard

    Mar 2014 - now

  • Health & Fitness Instructor / Personal Trainer / Group Fitness Instructor

    Sept 2012 - now

  • Center Director

    Feb 2018 - Feb 2021

  • Centre Operations Director

    Oct 2016 - Feb 2018

  • Operation Team Leader

    May 2014 - Oct 2016